Best SolarPower Europe Podcasts (2025)

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EU Solar Charter one year later: has the pact lived up to its ambitions? 9:37

9d ago9:37

9:37

In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Head of Supply Chains, Anett Ludwig, to discuss the EU Solar Charter one year after its inception. What is the EU solar charter and what did it set out to achieve? One year later, what is the state of play? We explore what still needs to happen to ensure Europe's solar manufacturing …

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Hot Takes from the SolarPower Summit 2025: Let's Flex! 29:48

22d ago29:48

29:48

Buckle up for 30 minutes of lively commentary, sharp analysis, and unfiltered opinions recorded live from the SolarPower Summit in Brussels. Join SolarPower Europe's Deputy CEO Dries Acke in conversation with a distinguished panel of energy influencers: Beatrice Petrovich, Ember; Tara Connolly, Beyond Fossil Fuels; and Bram Claeys, Regulatory Assis…

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BONUS EPISODE: 5 numbers in 5 minutes | Plug-in Solar PV 7:55

1M ago7:55

7:55

Catch up on the latest EU solar market figures with this bonus episode of Shine On Policycast. In just 5 minutes, Leah Le Pénuizic, Market Analyst at SolarPower Europe, shares five key numbers from our recently published paper on Plug-In Solar PV. We dive into what plug-in solar is, and how the technology is advancing in Europe. Follow us for more:…

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EU Clean Industrial Deal | Electrification, storage and flexibility for Europe's competitiveness 14:05

2M ago14:05

14:05

In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Deputy CEO, Dries Acke, to focus in on the Clean Industrial Deal published by the European Commission in February 2025. This new package, along with the Affordable Energy Action Plan and the Omnibus packages, set the direction for the EU's work over the next years. Listen in to hear …

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BONUS EPISODE: 5 numbers in 5 minutes | EU Market Outlook for Solar Power 2024-2028 8:31

3M ago8:31

8:31

Catch up on the latest EU solar market figures with this bonus episode of Shine On Policycast. In just 5 minutes, Christophe Lits, Senior Market Analyst at SolarPower Europe, shares five key numbers from our recently published EU Market Outlook for Solar Power. While the report highlights record numbers of solar installed, Christophe explains why t…

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Electrifying Europe | 6 months leading the Electrification Alliance & influencing the new EU mandate 9:53

3M ago9:53

9:53

In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Policy Advisor for Electrification, Anais Faucher, to take a look back at SolarPower Europe's 6 month chairpersonship of the Electrification Alliance. At a crucial moment in time, welcoming the incoming European Commission, we were proud to drive forward a number of key papers and ev…

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Solar growth slows in 2024 | EU Market Outlook for Solar Power & end of year reflections 22:04

5M ago22:04

22:04

In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by SolarPower Europe CEO, Walburga Hemetsberger, to wrap up the year. We take a look into our latest report: the EU Market Outlook for Solar Power 2024-2028. The report shows a slowdown in solar market growth this year, and throughout the discussion we delve into why this is the case, a…

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BONUS EPISODE: 5 numbers in 5 minutes | Mission Solar 2040 7:36

5M ago7:36

7:36

Catch up on the latest in Europe's battery storage market with this bonus episode of Shine On Policycast! In just 5 minutes, Raffaele Rossi, Head of Market Intelligence at SolarPower Europe, shares five key numbers from our Mission Solar 2040 report, highlighting key figures on solar and energy system flexibility. Perfect for solar enthusiasts, pol…

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Financing the global energy transition | COP29, solar's place in the world and markets to watch 18:12

5M ago18:12

18:12

In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Benjamin Clarke, SolarPower Europe's Global Markets Manager, to discuss COP29. We dive into the global story for solar and renewables, which emerging markets to watch, and ask the question of the hour: is COP still relevant? Follow us for more: LinkedIn Bluesky Instagram Facebook Web…

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BONUS EPISODE: 5 numbers in 5 minutes | EU Market Outlook for Battery Storage 2024 6:49

5M ago6:49

6:49

Catch up on the latest in Europe's battery storage market with this bonus episode of Shine On Policycast! In just 5 minutes, Antonio Arruebo, Junior Market Analyst at SolarPower Europe, shares five key numbers from the EU Market Outlook for Battery Storage, highlighting the most important trends and data driving the industry. Perfect for solar enth…

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EU Commissioner Hearings | The European Commission's vision for solar energy, trade and agriculture 17:24

5M ago17:24

17:24

In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Naomi Chevillard, SolarPower Europe's Head of Regulatory Affairs, to discuss the recent hearings for the incoming EU Commissioners. This is the latest step in defining the new EU mandate, and we outline who to watch for topics like trade, industry, energy prices and decarbonising agr…

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Nature-inclusive solar | Setting EU level definition & boosting biodiversity on solar parks 14:06

6M ago14:06

14:06

In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Lina Dubina, Policy Advisor for Sustainability at SolarPower Europe, to discuss nature-inclusive solar. In a new paper with The Nature Conservancy, SolarPower Europe identify key biodiversity benefits on solar parks, and policy recommendations to ensure solar and nature continue thri…

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BONUS EPISODE: 5 numbers in 5 minutes | EU Solar Jobs Report 2024 6:48

6M ago6:48

6:48

Catch up on the latest in Europe's solar market with this bonus episode of Shine On Policycast! In just 5 minutes, Christophe Lits, Market Analyst at SolarPower Europe, shares five key numbers from the EU Solar Jobs Report, highlighting the most important trends and data driving the industry. Perfect for solar enthusiasts, policy makers, and anyone…

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EU Solar Charter 6 Months on | Net-Zero Industry Act & supporting Europe's solar industry 14:55

7M ago14:55

14:55

In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Carmen Correas-Lopes, Policy Advisor at SolarPower Europe, to discuss the EU Solar Charter and the transformative impact the Net-Zero Industry Act could have on solar manufacturing. Together, they unpack how these key initiatives aim to strengthen Europe’s clean energy leadership and…

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Shine On Policycast: How can we keep the momentum for the EU green transition? 21:50

11M ago21:50

21:50

In our new podcast series, we talk to Members of the European Parliament about their journey in energy and climate policymaking over the last 4 years, and their journey through the European Green Deal. What is their vision for solar? What role can Parliament play? Why is it important to vote in the European elections? In this special episode of Shi…

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Policycast: How can the EU support a sustainable solar future? 26:57

1y ago26:57

26:57

In our new podcast series, we talk to Members of the European Parliament about their journey in energy and climate policymaking over the last 4 years, and their journey through the European Green Deal. What is their vision for solar? What role can Parliament play? Why is it important to vote in the European elections? In this special episode of Shi…

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How can R&I drive the solar revolution in Europe? 16:41

1y ago16:41

16:41

We're back for season 3 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics linked to solar and the EU elections with our team of experts. In this episode, Bethany sits d…

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How can we take solar to new heights in the EU? 19:00

1y ago19:00

19:00

In our new podcast series, we talk to Members of European Parliament about their journey in energy and climate policymaking over the last 4 years, and their journey through the European Green Deal. What is their vision for solar ? What role can Parliament play? Why is it important to vote in the European elections? In this special episode of Shine …

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How can solar help improve land use efficiency in the EU? 12:56

1y ago12:56

12:56

We're back for season 3 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics linked to solar and the EU elections with our team of experts. In this episode, Bethany welcom…

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How can solar's success continue into the next EU mandate? 22:22

1y ago22:22

22:22

In our new podcast series, we talk to Members of European Parliament about their journey in energy and climate policymaking over the last 4 years, and their journey through the European Green Deal. What is their vision for solar? What role can Parliament play? Why is it important to vote in the European elections? In this special episode of Shine O…

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How can the EU deliver the right conditions for solar? 17:09

1y ago17:09

17:09

We're back for season 3 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics linked to solar and the EU elections with our team of experts. In this episode, Bethany welcom…

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How can solar thrive in a new EU? 16:49

1y ago16:49

16:49

We're back for season 3 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics linked to solar and the EU elections with our team of experts. In this first episode of the se…

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Policycast: Shining a light on another record year for solar 16:39

1+ y ago16:39

16:39

Welcome to season 2 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics with our team of experts. In this special episode, our host Bethany sits down with SolarPower Euro…

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Policycast: Taking solar to the global stage 14:34

1+ y ago14:34

14:34

Welcome to season 2 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics with our team of experts. In this episode, we sit down with Director of Global Affairs at SolarPow…

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Policycast: Getting the grid ready for solar 14:07

1+ y ago14:07

14:07

Welcome to season 2 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics with our team of experts. In this episode, we sit down with Senior Technical Advisor at SolarPower…

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Policycast: The Renewable Hydrogen Revolution 14:38

1+ y ago14:38

14:38

Welcome to season 2 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics with our team of experts. In this episode, we talk with Policy and Impact Director of the Renewabl…

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Policycast: Skilling up the European Solar Workforce 16:39

1+ y ago16:39

16:39

Welcome to season 2 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics with our team of experts. In this episode, published during #SolarJobsWeek, we talk with Policy Ad…

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Policycast EP09: RE-Sourcing for corporates - Delivering the green transition 13:37

1+ y ago13:37

13:37

Welcome to Shine On Policycast, SolarPower Europe's new podcast segment that gives you the run down on EU policy relevant to solar and the energy transition in 10 minutes or less! In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, sits down with Annie Scanlan, Impact Director at RE-Source, to discuss corporate renewable en…

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Policycast EP08: Citizen solar - harnessing the power of energy sharing 11:59

1+ y ago11:59

11:59

Welcome to Shine On Policycast, SolarPower Europe's new podcast segment that gives you the run down on EU policy relevant to solar and the energy transition in 10 minutes or less! In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, sits down with Jan Osenberg, Policy Advisor at SolarPower Europe, to discuss the concept of e…

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Policycast EP07: Solar Cities - how solar is powering cities through the energy transition 16:29

2y ago16:29

16:29

In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, sits down with Jonathan Bonadio, Senior Policy Advisor at SolarPower Europe, to discuss the perfect solution that solar offers for decarbonising cities, and how solar and cities can support one another through the energy transition. Thanks for listening! Follow us for more…

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Policycast EP:06: Agrisolar: How solar technology is helping tackle global challenges to nature and climate 14:11

2y ago14:11

14:11

In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, sits down with Lina Dubina, Policy Advisor for Sustainability at SolarPower Europe, to discuss global challenges to nature and agriculture, and how solar offers the perfect solution. Find out more about what Agrisolar is, how it benefits the land and the farmers, and how E…

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Policycast EP05: Electricity Market Design 11:44

2y ago11:44

11:44

In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, sits down with Naomi Chevillard, Head of Regulatory Affairs at SolarPower Europe, to discuss the recent proposal to reform the Electricity Market Design. Hear why we’re happy with the proposal, what it’s missing and what all of this means for solar power in Europe. Thanks …

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Policycast EP04: Net Zero Industry Act: how effective is it at securing European competitiveness for solar? 12:32

2y ago12:32

12:32

In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, talks with Dries Acke, Policy Director at SolarPower Europe, about the Net Zero Industry Act. The Act was announced in March 2030 as part of the Green deal Industrial Plan, as an attempt to boost European manufacturing of solar. But does it really do what it says on the ti…

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Policycast EP03: Upcoming National Energy and Climate Plan revisions: what will it mean for solar in Europe? 8:33

2y ago8:33

8:33

Welcome to ShineOn Policycast, SolarPower Europe's new podcast segment that gives you the run down on EU policy relevant to solar and the energy transition in 10 minutes or less! In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, talks with Raffaele Rossi, Head of Market Intelligence, about National Energy and Climate Plan…

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Policycast EP02: Latest vote on EPBD - is EU law set to revolutionise solar rooftops in Europe? 8:24

2y ago8:24

8:24

Welcome to ShineOn Policycast, SolarPower Europe's new podcast segment that gives you the run down on EU policy relevant to solar and the energy transition in 10 minutes or less! In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, talks with Jan Osenberg, Policy Advisor for solar on buildings, about European Parliament Comm…

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Everybody wants (balcony) solar! Interview with co-founder of We Do Solar, Karolina Attspodina 38:02

2y ago38:02

38:02

Everybody wants solar – but what happens if you don’t own your own home, or you don’t have your own roof because you live in an apartment building? In a city? In this episode, we chat with co-founder of German start up We Do Solar, Karolina Attspodina, about their vertical solar solutions or ‘balcony solar’. This innovative concept allows more and …

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Tom Jensen/FREYR Battery: From Giga Arctic to Giga Americas - the most capital and operationally efficient battery plant in Europe is headed for the US State of Georgia. 45:12

2y ago45:12

45:12

Listen in as Host Bill Nussey talks with Tom Jensen, CEO and Cofounder of the publicly traded, Luxembourg and Norway based FREYR Battery. FREYR is emerging as a leader in clean, high density battery cell manufacturing. Jensen shares insights into the driving forces that have shaped FREYR to date, the importance of upstream and downstream partnershi…

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Policycast EP01: Green Deal Industrial Plan - what is it and what does it mean for European solar? 8:47

2y ago8:47

8:47

Welcome to ShineOn Policycast, SolarPower Europe's new podcast segment that gives you the run down on EU policy relevant to solar and the energy transition in 10 minutes or less! In this episode, our Press and Communications Advisor, Bethany Meban, talks with Dries Acke, Policy Director, about the European Commission's recent Communication on the G…

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The year everything changed for solar: Interview with EU Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson 14:04

2+ y ago14:04

14:04

SolarPower Europe CEO, Walburga Hemetsberger, sat down with EU Commissioner for Energy Kadri Simson to talk about a year that has changed everything for solar in the EU and how we can go even further, faster. In a seismic shift for the energy landscape, the European Union added a record-breaking 41.4 GW of solar power in 2022. The new capacity is e…

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Good COP, bad COP? 37:11

2+ y ago37:11

37:11

Just a few weeks ago, COP27 took place in Sharm El Sheikh. Two weeks of negotiations, exhibitions and demonstrations focused on how to address the looming threat of climate change. But the one question everyone wants the answer to: was it a good COP, or a bad COP? In this episode, Brussels-based climate journalist Anna Gumbau is joined by our Direc…

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John Berger and Michael Grasso: Sunnova wants to build a ground breaking local energy powered neighborhood and that is rattling cages. Will regulators let them? 52:32

2+ y ago52:32

52:32

One of the world’s largest installers of solar + storage energy systems has a groundbreaking and industry changing proposal to build a neighborhood that runs on local energy. Their proposal is currently in front of the California Public Utility Commission, but naysayers are trying to squelch the conversation. Join host Bill Nussey as he talks with …

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Donnel Baird/BlocPower: His boyhood Brooklyn apartment was heated with an oven. Now he is pursuing a bold, gutsy vision of how entire cities can retrofit buildings and save on energy costs. 48:18

2+ y ago48:18

48:18

In this episode we learn that one man didn't know exactly what to do at first, but he knew the “where,” the “when,” and the “why,” of the problem he saw. And, that was enough to begin shaping an incredibly bold vision for building a potential unicorn in the clean tech space while simultaneously helping millions of low income Americans. Join us as h…

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Jacqueline Novogratz: Two decades of hard-edged hope coupled with off- grid solar changed the lives of hundreds of millions. What’s next? 41:13

2+ y ago41:13

41:13

For over two decades, Acumen and its partners have dared to go where traditional investors feared to tread. Acumen’s pioneering vision and legendary hard work has brought life changing, off-grid electricity to hundreds of millions of people worldwide. And, along the way, their work has inspired and supported intrepid entrepreneurs and innovators in…

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Michelle Moore/Groundswell: Will America’s smaller, rural communities have to wait for the far reaching benefits of clean power? 42:22

2+ y ago42:22

42:22

In her inspiring new book, Rural Renaissance, social entrepreneur, author and clean energy non-profit CEO Michelle Moore offers a vision of thriving rural communities where clean power is the spark that leads to greater investment, vitality, and equity. Additionally, Moore argues that we have everything we need in hand today to make this vision a r…

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SolarWorks for everyone: Addressing the solar skills challenge in Europe 45:08

2+ y ago45:08

45:08

In the current times of energy and climate crises, one question on the minds of many is that of jobs. There is a real skills gap in the clean energy sector that must be addressed if we are to achieve our goals of accelerating renewables for energy security and tackling climate change. In this conversation during our #SolarJobsWeek, we dive into cha…

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